🌴 Baratang Limestone Cave Trip – ₹2,499/- per Person (Sharing)
(Includes AC shared cab, convoy permit, speed boat, and entry tickets)
📍 Quick Facts
Distance from Port Blair Airport: Approx. 100 KM
Trip Duration: 10 – 12 Hours (Full-day)
Taxi (Private Option): ₹4,500/- approx. (round trip)
Speed Boat Ticket (Stand-alone): ₹900/- per person
Forest Entry Permit: Mandatory for all visitors
🎯 Key Activities
Jungle Safari through Baratang’s lush greenery
Speed Boat Ride through scenic mangrove creeks
Mangrove Safari spotting unique flora & fauna
Jungle Trek to explore the Limestone Caves
🏝️ Trip Snapshot – Limestone Caves, Baratang Island
Duration: Full day (approx. 10–12 hours)
Start Time: ~3:30–4:30 AM pickup (as per convoy slot)
Travel Route: Port Blair → Jirkatang (convoy) → Middle Strait Jetty → Baratang → Limestone Cave trek → Return
Walk/Trek: ~1.2–1.5 km easy trail (one way) under shade; basic fitness required
Best For: Families, solo travelers, student groups, senior-friendly with assistance
🗓️ Detailed Itinerary (Typical Day Plan)
03:30 AM – 04:30 AM → Early morning pickup from hotel/home in Port Blair. Drive to Jirkatang Checkpost for convoy entry.
06:00 AM – 08:00 AM → Travel in regulated convoy through the Jarawa Reserve Forest (no halts allowed). Arrive at Middle Strait Jetty.
08:30 AM – 09:00 AM → Board shared speed boat through scenic mangrove creeks to Baratang Island.
09:15 AM – 10:15 AM → Trek (~1.2–1.5 km) to the Limestone Caves. Explore stunning stalactite & stalagmite formations. Local guides available for insights.
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM → Return trek & boat ride through mangroves back to Middle Strait.
11:30 AM – 03:00 PM → Lunch break (at own cost) and return journey from Baratang to Port Blair via convoy.
05:00 PM – 05:30 PM → Drop-off at hotel/home in Port Blair.
⏱️ Note: Timings may vary depending on convoy slots, weather conditions, and jetty queues.
💰 Pricing & Upgrades – Limestone Caves, Baratang Island
Shared Departure: ₹2,499/- per person (above 3 years)
Child (2–3 years): ₹1400/- (cab charge)
Infant (below 1 year): Complimentary
Minimum participant requirement may apply on certain dates
🔄 Upgrade & Add-ons
Private Cab Upgrade: Available on request
Mud Volcano Visit: Can be clubbed, subject to time/convoy availability (extra cost)
⚠️ Important Notes
Final price may vary during peak dates & holidays
GST extra, if applicable
✅ Inclusions
A/C shared cab for hotel/home pickup & drop (within Port Blair city limits)
Convoy permit assistance at Jirkatang Checkpost
Shared speed boat tickets (Middle Strait ↔ Baratang – Limestone Cave route)
Coordination for entry permits & tickets
All applicable tolls & parking charges
Assistance from our trip coordinator throughout the journey
❌ Exclusions
Vehicle Ferry Ticket – 14/-pp
Meals & beverages (breakfast, lunch, snacks not included)
Professional guide at Limestone Caves (available on request at extra cost)
Camera / video fees (if applicable at site)
Forest entry charges not listed in inclusions
Add-ons such as Mud Volcano visit, private cab/boat upgrades
Personal expenses and items of a personal nature
👥 Who Can Join
Adults & Children: Children above 3 yrs require a seat/ticket
Seniors: Welcome – the trail is generally easy; a walking stick is helpful
Not Advised If: You have mobility issues that restrict a 2–3 km round trip walk
🎒 What to Carry
Valid Government photo ID
Water bottle & light snacks
Cap/hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent
Light rain jacket (June–September)
📝 Booking Process
Share travel date + number of travelers + pickup location
Receive availability & quote (including add-ons if required)
Confirm with advance payment via secure link / UPI / bank transfer
Get e-voucher with pickup time & trip coordinator contact
📞 Quick Help: Call/WhatsApp: +91-9474256452
❌ Cancellation & Rescheduling
48+ hrs prior: Low / no fee (as per voucher policy)
Within 48 hrs / No-show: Charges apply
Weather / Convoy Disruption: Assistance with reschedule or refund of unused components (as per supplier policy)
📜 Terms & Conditions – Limestone Caves, Baratang Island
Booking Confirmation: A booking is confirmed only upon receipt of advance payment. Any balance must be cleared before trip commencement.
Identification: All guests must carry a valid government-issued photo ID for verification at checkpoints.
Pricing: The quoted price of ₹2100/- per person is for shared cab & speed boat services. Private cab or additional services will incur extra charges.
Children Policy: Children above 3 years are chargeable. Infants must always be accompanied and supervised by guardians.
Itinerary Changes: Timings are subject to convoy schedules, weather, and unforeseen conditions. The operator reserves the right to modify or cancel the trip in such cases.
Cancellations:
48+ hours in advance: Eligible for partial refund (as per voucher).
Within 48 hrs / No-show: Non-refundable.
Force Majeure: Trips canceled due to natural calamities, government regulations, or convoy disruptions will be rescheduled where possible, or refunds will be processed as per supplier policies.
Conduct: Guests must follow guide instructions and government rules throughout the journey. Any violation (e.g., photographing Jarawa tribes) may result in removal from the tour and legal action.
Liability: The operator is not liable for loss of belongings, personal injury, or delays beyond its control.
Acceptance: By booking this trip, guests agree to the above terms & conditions.
Valid Government photo ID
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